Question

Match the title of the employment-related law to its description. Each label is used only once.

a. This law protects the workers from physical dangers while performing their jobs.
b. This law states that pensions need to be funded properly and directs that employees be kept informed about their pensions.
c. This law placed limits on child labor and set a minimum wage in the United States.
d. This law gives workers the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for family reasons.

1. Pension Protection Act of 2006
2. Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993
3. Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1970
4. Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938

Answer 1

a. This law protects the workers from physical dangers while performing their jobs. = Occupational Health and Safety Act of 1970

b. This law states that pensions need to be funded properly and directs that employees be kept informed about their pensions. = Pension Protection Act of 2006.

c. This law placed limits on child labor and set a minimum wage in the United States. = Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938.

d. This law gives workers the right to take up to 12 weeks of unpaid leave per year for family reasons. = Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993.